motorola.com Wireless Instant Messenger MX240a 6881041B80-A User's Guide > Welcome Handheld Unit Up/Down Scroll Keys 1 Status Light Power Key Backspace Key LCD Screen 6 Option Keys Keyboard Who's On? Key Menu Key ! Z 1 Q * A 2 w _ S ' X who's on? 3 E 4 R F % 5 T = G B & 6 Y \ H < N warn 7 U " J > M 8 I ( 9 O K 0 P ) + D C M E N U CAP L @ : ; / ? TALK Send Key SEND $ V # , . space SYM B Y E Talk Key 020688a Welcome Caps Key Symbol Key Bye Key Base Unit Base USB Cable USB Connector 1 MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. 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Welcome 2 Contents Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Handheld Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Base Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 FCC and Interference Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Important Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Service Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Computer Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 What's in the Box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Installing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Status Light Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Installation and Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Handheld Power-Up and Registration . . . . . . . . . . 17 PC Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Menu Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 To set up security: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Buddy List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 3 Using Your MX240a Handheld. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Navigating the Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Handheld Key Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Option Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Available AOL Smileys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Entering Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Status Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Up and Logon a Handheld Unit . . . . . . . . . . . Welcome Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Who's Online Now Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sending and Receiving a Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sending a Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Incoming Chat Request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main Menu Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Logoff Your IM Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Invite Buddies to a Chat Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Set Your Away Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Register With a Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing Handheld Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beeps/LCD/Alerts Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . To Power Down Your MX240a Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . License Agreement for AOL® Instant MessengerTM Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 27 28 29 30 30 31 32 32 34 35 36 36 37 37 37 38 39 39 40 40 41 42 48 4 FCC and Interference Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: · This device may not cause harmful interference; and · This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference with one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for the radio or television that is "receiving" the interference). · Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications equipment and the receiving antenna. · Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is connected. If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, "How to Identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems." This booklet is 5 available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Please specify stock number 004-00000345-4 when ordering copies. The FCC requires this product to be serviced only by Motorola or its authorized service agents. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola could void not only the user's authority to operate the equipment, but also the limited warranty. 6 Important Safety Information Follow these safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons or property. 1. Keep all slits and openings of the equipment unblocked. Do not set the equipment on a heating register or over a radiator. Ensure that proper ventilation is provided at the installation site. 2. Do not use while wet or while standing in water. 3. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, or swimming pool). 4. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Place the power cord so that it will not be walked on. 5. Never insert objects of any kind into the product slits as that may result in fire or shock. 6. Do not disassemble this product. If service or repair work is required, contact the Motorola address found in the back of this user's guide. 7. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords. 8. Avoid using during an electrical storm. Use a surge protector to protect the equipment. Unplug this equipment immediately if: · · · · · The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. Liquid has been spilled into the product. The product has been exposed to rain or water. The product has been dropped or damaged. The product exhibits a distinct change in performance. Installation Guidelines 1. Read and understand all instructions and save them for future reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Do not install this product near a bath tub, sink, or shower. 7 4. Operate this product using only the power source indicated on the marking label. If you are unsure of the power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. 5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. This product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. 6. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work to restore the product to normal operation. 7. Clean this product with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use chemicals or cleaning agents to clean. 8. Use only the power supply that came with this unit. Using other power supplies may damage the unit. 9. To avoid interference to nearby appliances, do not place the base on or near a TV, microwave oven, or VCR. Battery Safety Instructions · Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture the battery. The battery contains toxic materials that could be released, resulting in injury. · Caution: There is a risk of explosion if you replace the battery with an incorrect battery type. Use only the battery that came with the product or an authorized replacement recommended by the manufacturer. · Keep batteries out of the reach of children. · Remove batteries if storing over 30 days. · Do not dispose of batteries in fire, which could result in explosion. · The rechargeable batteries that power this product must be disposed of properly and may need to be recycled. Refer to your battery's label for battery type. Contact your local recycling center for proper disposal methods. 8 Battery Charger Safety Instructions Save these Instructions 1. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow. 2. Do not operate or disassemble the charger if it has received a sharp blow, or has been dropped or damaged in any way. 3. Never alter the AC cord or plug provided with the unit. If plug will not fit the outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. An improper condition can result in a risk of electric shock. 4. To reduce risk of damage to cord or plug, pull the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting charger from AC receptacle. 5. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. 6. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by Motorola may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury. 7. Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or subjected to damage or stress. 8. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and/ or electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure that: · The pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those on the plug of the charger. · The extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. · The cord size is 18 AWG for lengths up to 100 feet, and 16 AWG for lengths up to 150 feet. 9. The supply cord of this charger cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, call Motorola Product Services at 1-800-353-2729 in the USA or 1-888-390-6456 TTY (Text Telephone). 9 Getting Started Overview Your MX240a Wireless Instant Messenger is a shortrange, portable device that allows you to simultaneously send and receive instant messages (IMs) and participate in chat sessions over the Internet, both in and around your home, from a single PC. Getting Started Service Requirements In order to use the MX240a, you must have: · A personal computer connected to the Internet (see "Computer Requirements" below). · An AOL Instant Messenger (AIM ...